Social Media: Uncovering the Bigger Picture

4 September 2026

As extreme heat becomes more frequent and intense across California, understanding which communities are most affected and what support they need is increasingly important for…

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Extreme Heat and Cold Tied to Increased Heart Failure Hospitalisation Risk

1 September 2026

Short-term exposure to both cold and hot temperatures may increase the risk of hospitalisation for heart failure, according to a study published in JACC, the…

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Extreme Heat Connected to 33 Health Problems, Not Just Heat Stroke and Dehydration

31 August 2026

When temperatures soar, emergency physicians typically expect more cases of dehydration and heat stroke. But a new Northwestern University study suggests extreme heat is connected…

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UK Heatwaves Highlight Growing Risks for Older and Vulnerable Adults

24 June 2026

Older adults, care home residents, and people living in poor-quality housing are facing increasing risks from extreme heat, according to new research that warns the…

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Cooling forearms in water may safeguard older adults during dangerous heatwaves

2 October 2025

When air conditioning is unavailable during extreme heat, millions of older adults and other vulnerable groups face a significantly heightened risk of cardiac complications and…

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Rising Heat Waves Endanger the Health of Older Adults

30 August 2025

Older adults often underestimate their vulnerability to extreme heat and are frequently unprepared for prolonged periods of hot weather. This concern is highlighted in a…

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Research Suggests High Temperatures Could Accelerate Ageing in Elderly Individuals

18 March 2025

A recent study by the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology indicates that increased exposure to extreme heat could accelerate the biological ageing process in…

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Research Indicates Elderly Women More Susceptible to Heat Compared to Male Counterparts

27 September 2024

In the face of escalating global climate change, extreme heat waves are becoming increasingly frequent worldwide, prompting in-depth epidemiological research into their effects on different…

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Fans Alone Won’t Defeat the Heat!

27 June 2024

As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of heat waves, the search for safe and accessible cooling methods, especially for vulnerable populations like older…

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UC Irvine Study Reveals Heat Waves’ Harmful Effects on Vital Organs

20 June 2024

Researchers from the University of California, Irvine, have uncovered the molecular origins of heat stress’s detrimental impact on the gut, liver, and brain in elderly…

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